Vegetarian Quick and Easy Cooking : Spicy Mexican Rice

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Serves: 4
Cooking time (approx.): 4 minutes
Style: Mexican Vegetarian

2 tablespoon(s) oil
1 teaspoon(s) finely chopped garlic
2 medium onion(s) chopped
2 big tomatoes pureed
2 teaspoon(s) tomato ketchup
1 teaspoon(s) red chilli powder
2 teaspoon(s) freshly ground black peppercorns
4 cups cooked rice
2 tablespoon(s) chopped cilantro leaves
salt to taste

Heat the oil in a wok. Add the garlic and fry briefly till soft. Next add the chopped onions and continue stir-frying on medium heat till lightly browned. Add the tomato puree. Mix well and saute for about 2 minute(s) or till dry.
Stir in the tomato ketchup, red chilli powder, salt and pepper. Add the cooked rice and toss well on medium-high heat for about 2 minute(s). Mix in the chopped cilantro leaves.

TIPS:
Rice should be cooked such that the grains are firm, well-separated and not overcooked.
It is best to prepare the rice in advance. This helps in separating the grains.

Serve hot